Firestopping FAQs

What needs to be included in a fire strategy plan?

A fire strategy plan is a building's unique document which outlines the measures in place to prevent fires.

Product Information

What are intumescent fire pillows?

Fire pillows are designed to prevent the spread of flame through metal cable trunking systems that pass through fire compartment walls.

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What are intumescent pipe wraps?

Intumescent pipe wraps stop the passing of fire through plastic pipes where they penetrate fire compartment walls and floors.

Tested Detail Queries

How do you apply a head-of-wall firestop?

A head of wall joint is the linear gap between the top of the wall and the bottom of the floor or roof.

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Firestopping FAQs

What are the limitations of using PU expanding foam?

There are many misconceptions about fire-rated foam, due to a poor understanding of its use and suitability.

Firestopping FAQs

Installer: How do you install a firestop?

Installing a firestop is never as simple as purchasing the product and just simply… installing it. Job done!

Tested Detail Queries

How should metal pipes be insulated and firestopped?

There are various types of insulation for use around metal pipes, including different installation methods.

Firestopping FAQs

Should plastic/ combustible pipes with a diameter of below 40mm be firestopped?

There is a long-standing myth in the construction industry that pipes smaller than 40mm do not need to be firestopped.